noun
shapeshifter
SHAYP-shihf-tuh
Shapeshifter (noun) means a being (real or fictional) able to change its physical form at will. Example: “In the myth, the god appears as a shapeshifter, taking the form of animals.”
noun
1
A being (real or fictional) able to change its physical form at will.
"In the myth, the god appears as a shapeshifter, taking the form of animals."
2
Informally, a person whose views or behaviour change unpredictably depending on the situation.
"Critics called the politician a shapeshifter who changed his position with every audience."
How to use shapeshifter
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething (or, informally, someone) that changes form or behaviour depending on circumstances.
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Word forms
- Plural
- shapeshifters
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Etymology
A compound of shape and shifter, from the verb to shift, "to change."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for shapeshifter
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What does “shapeshifter” mean?
The word “shapeshifter” means a being (real or fictional) able to change its physical form at will. In plain terms, something (or, informally, someone) that changes form or behaviour depending on circumstances.
How do you pronounce “shapeshifter”?
“Shapeshifter” is pronounced SHAYP-shihf-tuh (/ˈʃeɪp.ʃɪf.tɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “shapeshifter” in a sentence?
Here is “shapeshifter” used in a sentence: “In the myth, the god appears as a shapeshifter, taking the form of animals.”
What is another word for “shapeshifter”?
Words with a similar meaning to “shapeshifter” include shape-shifter.
What part of speech is “shapeshifter”?
“Shapeshifter” is a noun.
How many meanings does “shapeshifter” have?
“Shapeshifter” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a being (real or fictional) able to change its physical form at will.
